Topical Keratolytic
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Acne.org’s Real World Take
Due to its antimicrobial properties and ability to absorb skin oil and dry out the skin, sulfur has been used for thousands of years for various skin conditions, including acne. However, it is normally reserved for noninflammatory acne (whiteheads and blackheads), because it doesn't work as well as other over-the-counter medications for inflammatory acne (papules and pustules).
Topical Keratolytic
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April 26, 2008

Pros:

it works sooooo good! i use it all the time for spot treatments annnnnd all over my face once every two weeks.

Cons:

it doesnt smell too good.

omg! this stuff works so good. you should definetely use it. proactiv works too. really its just crazy. i wasnt sure if it would work as well as people said it would, but it really does work that good [and better!]
March 15, 2008

Pros:

nothing

Cons:

everything,big breakouts,embaresment,false hopes

the bottom line is that i would like to punch out dr murad and i would rather have someone pee on my face than use his bullsh*t product
February 28, 2008

Pros:

I cleared my face at first. Saw great results my skin looked and felt nice.

Cons:

I think that my face has built a tolerance for it and now I am breaking out like if I were using nothing. I do not knwo what to use anymore...

It's okay but, I think it could be better for the price!
February 9, 2008

Pros:

there was nothing good about murad, it makes you feel like your doing something good for yourself, and its not, DO NOT BUY IT.

Cons:

for the first few weeks, my face broke out with little tiny zits where ive NEVER had acne before. it says on the paper they give u , that this is natural, and it take time to "adjust to ur skin", and it never went away.

I quit using it, and the little zits have gone now. The redness that was caused is totally gone. this is about 5 months after using that. i have to say benzoyl peroxide does work, and it did clear my skin very good. im currently using NUSKIN. it really hydrates your skin and makes you feel super good after you use it.
October 27, 2007

Pros:

None

Cons:

It really doesn't work well for the cost.

I am upset that I purchased this product because I really didn't want to pay for it but the sales lady really pushed for me to get it and insisted that it works well. Well it doesn't do anything for me. Luckily I only bought the trial package.
October 27, 2007
hi people i shudnt be asking questions but i really neeed help please if anyone with a really oily skin cuz i been using it for abt a week and a half and i dont know cuz instead of you people saying it dries out ur skin for me it makes it worse more oily for somereason wehn i called them they said your skin will get use to it im being patient cuz instead of my face gets fresh n feels gud it gets oily they said in 30 days to 60 days it will stop n my face is still breaking out will i dont have a lot of acne juss white heads all over and im still getting them and also i thk im picking them that why will some one help that uses please
October 18, 2007

Pros:

none

Cons:

didnt clear up aanything...

only reccomend for mild acne...not mild moderate acne!
September 23, 2007

Pros:

I didn't give it a one because it didn't burn my face off.

Cons:

It made my face really oily and weird feeling, I broke out more than usual with lots of little bumps all over my face and some big cystic acne that I never get. I used this product for about a month.

Didn't work for me, neither did Proactive.
September 22, 2007

Pros:

It wasn't over drying like most other acne systems.

Cons:

During the first couple weeks I noticed my skin to become softer and the acne started to fade, but now my skin has gone back to its oily acne prone self.

The only product that is actually worth buying is the skin perfecting lotion and thats about it. The bottom line is find another system to use.
September 18, 2007

Pros:

Clears skin. Only good Proactiv product.

Cons:

None - other than the fact that you cannot purchase this product in stores.

I used all the Proactiv products for about a year, this mask was the only thing I liked about Proactiv.

Finding a Doctor

The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:

  1. Use the search feature on the American Academy of Dermatology website to look for board-certified dermatologists in your area, and filter the search results for doctors with a special interest in treating acne.
  2. Read online patient reviews of any dermatologists you are considering and ask people you know whether they have any experience with these dermatologists.
  3. Do your research and go to your first appointment with questions prepared.
  4. Listen to what your gut feeling tells you once you see a dermatologist in person. If you are not completely comfortable, try a different dermatologist.

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Red flags:

  • Their story changes: As you discuss different treatment options, if they tend to change their mind easily, or agree with whatever you say, consider this a red flag. A confident, experienced surgeon will possess strong, unwavering opinions.
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